Anong gagawin
Apply online
You'll be asked for basic information about yourself, your children, and the other parent.
It can take 5 to 15 minutes to apply.
In-Person
In-Person
Apply in person
You can apply for child support in person at the Department of Child Support Services.
You can either:
- Visit when we're open (no appointment needed)
- Make an appointment
Get ready for your visit
We look forward to working with you! Prepare for your first visit.
Child Support Services
Main Office617 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105-3503
Mon to Fri,
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Drop-ins welcome
- Main office has kiosk for child support payments
- Transit and parking options
Made an appointment but need to cancel it? Let us know you need to change your appointment.
Apply by mail
1. Fill out an application
Download the PDF packet and fill in your details.
2. Mail your application
Child Support Services
Main Office617 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105-3503
- Drop-ins welcome
- Main office has kiosk for child support payments
- Transit and parking options
What happens next?
Expect to hear back about the status of your application.
Contact our office if you have any questions.
Espesyal na mga kaso
If someone isn't legally recognized as a parent
If someone isn't legally recognized as a parent
Sometimes a parent or guardian is not recognized by law as their child's legal caregiver.
This can affect whether you can get child support and other benefits, as well as custody and visitation rights.
There's a free way to get legally recognized. See how to get recognized as a legal parent.
Humingi ng tulong
Child Support Services
Main Office617 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105-3503
Mon to Fri,
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Drop-ins welcome
- Main office has kiosk for child support payments
- Transit and parking options
Phone
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Last updated November 8, 2024